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07 Sept 2025

Tipp businessman reunites with former Tipperary hurling manager in new business venture

Declan Kelly's advisory firm Consello launched Irish operations this week

Tipp businessman reunites with former Tipperary hurling manager in new business venture

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Global CEO advisory company Consello, which was founded by Tipperary businessman Declan Kelly has announced the launch of operations in Ireland.

The New York-headquartered company has unveiled a 30-strong "day-one" Irish team that will be led by Executive Chairman John Herlihy, the former Head of EMEA at both Google and LinkedIn.

Declan Kelly - originally from Portroe and the brother of Labour Party TS Alan - said that the move to set up in Ireland was a logical one given that Consello represents many of the world's leading companies with bases or European headquarters here.

"This launch reflects our continued investment in strategic markets across the world. With the acquisitions of The Lanyon Group and Blue Lake, the leadership of John Herlihy, and the senior team we have assembled, Consello is uniquely positioned to provide unparalleled advisory services across Ireland, the UK, and Europe.

"Our mission everywhere we operate is to help the best in the world be even better, and we have brought together a team with the ability to do just that," he said.

Kelly will reunite with long-time friend, business associate, and two-time All-Ireland-winning Tipperary manager, Liam Sheedy, one of the co-founders of BlueLake. Sheedy will head up the company’s leadership development business.

Former Manchester United captain turned investor Gary Neville and former Irish champion golfer and Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley will join as principals in the company's Ireland business also.

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